PROGRAMMING
D. Programming The Controller
WARNINGS!
Read and carefully follow all of the instructions in this manual before attempting to install this equipment. Installation must be performed by a qualified Service Agency approved and authorized by American Panel Corporation. Doing otherwise may void the warranty.
Any changes made to the equipment without authorization from the factory will void the warranty.
PREPARATION
9Check the integrity of the unit once it is unpacked.
9Check to make sure the floor is level.
9Check that the available power supply (Voltage, # of phases, Hz, Amps, max. fuse size) corresponds to the ratings on the nameplate and that correctly rated electrical protection is provided (VOLTAGE MUST BE WITHIN ± 5% FROM THE NAMEPLATE VALUE).
9Make certain that adequate drainage is provided.
D.1. Blast Chilling Modes
Automatic Mode
In the first part of the cycle the air temperature is lowered to a preset temperature (100F). When the food core temperature reaches a preset breaking temperature point (600F) the unit will switch to the second part of the cycle which is design to protect the food from getting frozen. The air temperature will rise to a preset temperature range (280F to 350F). The chilling cycle is complete when the food core temperature reaches the desired end temperature (400F).
Manual Mode
In the manual mode the blast chilling operation will last for a preset time. In the first part of the manual cycle the air temperature is lowered and held to a preset temperature (100F). Once the time for the first part of the cycle expires the unit will switch to the second part of the cycle. The air temperature is held at a preset temperature range (280F to 350F) for the remaining time (1 hour).
Note: At the end of any blast chilling cycle the unit will automatically switch to a holding mode which will keep the food at 380F until START/STOP button is pressed to end the cycle.
D.2. PC Connection Mode
The unit can be programmed and operated from a remote PC via modem and software (Windows 95, 98, 2000, NT, and XP). Maximum distance is 4000 feet. Full instructions are supplied on a computer disc, which is furnished when the computer connection is ordered. All connections should be made exactly as shown in the connection diagram, drawing number
The application allows the operator to save the programmed parameters and the events memory to PC for archival purposes. The software’s interface emulates the control panel.
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